BWOPA|TILE Power Up Leadership Summit 2025

​BWOPA 2025 Power Up Leadership Summit

​Power. Purpose. Possibility.
Kissel Hotel, Oakland, CA

​The Power UP Leadership Summit is designed as a premier space for women to sharpen skills, expand networks, and prepare for impactful leadership in public life. Whether you’re considering a role on a school board, city council, or statewide commission—or simply want to grow as a leader to better your community —Power Up is for you!

​Friday, October 24, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

​Welcome Reception: Black Leaders on the Rooftop Mixer
In partnership with Black Elected Officials of California (BEO-CA)

• ​Live Music + Light Bites

• ​Opening Toasts

• ​Awards Presentation:

  • ​Man of the Year: Hon. Nate Miley, Alameda County Supervisor

  • ​Trailblazing Leadership Awards

​Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

​BWOPA Power Up Leadership Summit

• ​Registration & Coffee (8:30 AM)

• ​Opening Ceremony & Plenary: The State of Black Women’s Leadership – Making Power Moves

• ​Keynote: L. Joy Williams – “Courage to Govern, Power to Lead”

• ​Empowerment Luncheon: From Protest to Policy — Leading Where It Matters Most

• ​Afternoon Leadership Labs: The Candidate’s Journey

  • ​Lab 1: From Advocate to Candidate

  • ​Lab 2: Fundraising + Messaging Bootcamp

  • ​Lab 3: Building Your Kitchen Cabinet

• ​Wrap Session: Vision Boards & Victory Plans

• ​Closing Reception: Leadership Lounge – Music, Bites & Toasts